Stars Manga: the symphonic concert at Paris Convention Center

If you're looking for a great outing idea to relive the golden days of Dorothée, it's time to check your calendar and get your tickets for Star Manga at the Palais des Congrès in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. Set for February 6, 2026, this symphonic event promises to take us back with music from beloved anime themes, performed live by an orchestra of nearly sixty musicians under the baton of Ralph Szigeti. On the playlist for this nostalgic evening are the iconic hits from Goldorak, Saint Seiya, Dragon Ball, and many other classics of Japanese animation.

And the highlight of the show is the presence on stage of the iconic performers who marked the Club Dorothée generation. Bernard Minet, the recognizable voice behind Bioman and Les Chevaliers du Zodiaque, will be joined by Noam, the legendary performer of the Goldorak theme song that sold over 4 million copies. Dominique Poulain and Jean-Paul Cesari complete the line-up, a dream come true for anyone who grew up watching TF1 in the 80s and 90s. The magic happens when you know you're going to hear these voices live, backed by the power of a symphony orchestra.

What makes this symphonic concert truly special is the complete immersion it offers. Projected on a massive CinemaScope screen, iconic scenes from beloved cartoons will play out while the orchestra performs live. Fans will get to relive Actarus’s thrilling battles commanding Goldorak, follow the heroic journeys of Seiya and the Bronze Knights, or witness epic transformations like Goku’s in Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z. The lineup of series featured is tantalizing: Candy, Princess Sarah, Jayce and the Wheeled Warriors, Olive and Tom, Kiss Me Lucile, and The Mysterious Cities of Gold. It’s a nostalgic trip back to childhood, enhanced by all-new orchestral arrangements that bring these stories to life anew.

The organizers have also planned some big surprises, with Japanese creators revealing how they came up with the ideas for their characters and universes. These testimonials promise to be fascinating for all fans who have always wondered where these legendary heroes came from. And because a generics concert wouldn't be complete without audience participation, a giant karaoke session is planned. We can already imagine the whole audience singing along to "C'est Goldorak le graaaand" or "Les Chevaliers du Zodiaaaque".

The Palais des Congrès de Paris, located at Porte Maillot, is the ideal venue for this major event. With its 3,700-seat Grand Amphithéâtre and remarkable acoustics, this legendary venue has already welcomed the greatest French and international variety artists. The venue is easily accessible by metro (line 1, Porte Maillot station) or RER C (Neuilly-Porte Maillot-Palais des Congrès stop). For those coming from afar, Air France shuttles provide a direct 30-minute link to Charles de Gaulle airport.

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This musical event is part of the recent wave of nostalgic concerts that have been hugely popular in Paris over the past few years. Following the successes of Génération Club Dorothée and symphonic Pokémon concerts, Star Manga aims to fill a gap for everyone who grew up with these iconic characters. Bernard Minet, who still regularly performs at geek conventions and pop culture festivals, even formed a metal band to give his classics a new edge. But here, fans can look forward to a magnificent symphonic rendition, bringing all the grandeur and emotion that a full orchestra can deliver.

It's also worth noting that this type of event enables a real transmission between generations. Parents who thrilled to these cartoons in the 80s can now share their passion with their children, who discover these series on replay or streaming platforms. Heroes such as Goldorak, Dragon Ball and Les Chevaliers du Zodiaque have survived the decades and continue to fascinate new generations, proving the quality of these Japanese creations that have marked the history of animation.

Don't miss out on this incredible show—tickets are now available online. Given the excitement surrounding these nostalgic events and the presence of original performers, we highly recommend booking your seats early. Star Manga is set for Friday, February 6, 2026, at 8 PM, with two performances scheduled during the day to give as many fans as possible the chance to attend. Prices range from €49 and up, depending on the seating category, and you can choose your preferred spot in the venue when you purchase your tickets online.

In short, if you're looking for the perfect opportunity to dive back into the magical world of manga from your childhood while enjoying a top-notch concert, Star Manga at the Palais des Congrès is the event you can't afford to miss at the start of 2026. Blending nostalgic charm with outstanding musical performances, this symphonic evening promises to strike a chord with all the Dorothée generation.